Ocean City, MD

Vacation Checklist

Vacationing is exciting, but you have a thousand things to remember. Overlooking even one thing can mean hassles and frustrations. If you are leaving for for vacation, here is a handy checklist to help you get ready. Use this list as a starting point, add things we’ve overlooked, and cross off items that do not apply to you.

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MUST HAVE

• Wallet, purse, credit cards, cash
• Cell phones and chargers
• Car and house keys (duplicate sets kept in different bags)
• Eyeglasses and/or contact lenses, lens cleaner
• Medical insurance cards, list of phone numbers
• Prescriptions and other medications
• Itineraries, tickets, and reservation confirmations

MUST DO

• Remove trash from home
• Tune-up car, check tires, battery, major fluids, brakes etc.
• Replace expired prescriptions and medication
• Replace expired sunblock, SPF lotions expire over time
• Replenish toiletries kit
• Empty refrigerator
• Hold incoming mail and newspapers
• Notify neighbors of your vacation dates
• Mow your lawn before you leave
• If you’re leaving your car, leave it parked in the driveway
• Lock all windows and doors before you leave
• Unplug small appliances
• Turn down or turn off AC/heat
• Make arrangements for plant care

ELECTRONICS

• Cell phone, tablets, devices
• Camera, chargers, batteries, cords, etc.
• Other small electronics & chargers
• Headphones
• Extension Cords & Power Strips

PETS

• Traveling with: Ensure hotel is pet-friendly
• Traveling with: Know good local vet / hospital
• Traveling with: Crate, loose bedding & treats
• Leaving home: Make arrangements for pet sitter
• Leaving home: Extra food and feeding instructions

PACKING CLOTHES

• Check the forecast in advance!
• Complete change of clothes for each person per day (think cool, comfortable clothing); though if you are renting a place with laundry facilities, you may be able to get
  away with less
• Lightweight sweater or jacket and long pants for cooler evenings
• Swimsuits (two per person, so you’ll always have a dry one)
• Beach towels ( two per person is ideal)
• Beach cover-ups
• Baseball caps or wide-brim hats (to protect from sun)
• Sandals, flip-flops, water shoes
• Sunglasses with UV protection for adults
• Exercise clothes (swimsuit, goggles, running clothes & shoes, gym workout clothes & shoes)
• Comfortable Footwear
• Beach bag
• Family size beach blanket
• Laundry bag

TOILETRIES

• Bath Soap
• Toothbrush/Paste
• Mouthwash
• Cologne/Perfume
• Razor Kit, Shaving Cream
• Bottle Opener
• Sunscreen, Lip Balm
• Cosmetics
• Cotton Balls, Q-tips
• Deodorant
• Kleenex, Tissues
• Contact lenses
• Nail clippers, tweezers
• Combs, Brushes
• Birth control

FIRST AID KIT

• Band Aids
• Insect Repellant
• Lotion for Insect bites
• Sunscreen
• Aloe Vera Gel
• Thermometers
• Antibiotic Ointment
• Aspirin
• Moist Towelettes, Wipes
• Gauze
• Adhesive strips

FOR THE BABY

• Baby Powder
• Baby sunscreen
• Teething Ointment
• Diapers & Lotions
• Baby Wipes
• Stroller
• Baby formula, Bibs
• Zippered plastic bags
• Changing Pad
• Baby food and spoon
• Paciers
• Blankets

BEACH ITEMS

• Beach Cooler
• Buckets and shovels
• Sand castle toys
• Frisbee, paddle ball, inflatable beach ball and other simple beach toys
• Kites
• Paddle Games

FOR THE TRIP

• Travel Games, Books
• Crayons, Clip Board
• Electronic Devices
• Cooler with drinks and snacks
• Favorite stuffed animals

NICE TO HAVE ITEMS

• Folding beach chairs
• Umbrella
• Flashlight
• Pillows
• Books / Books on Tape
• Alarm Clock
• Binoculars
• Travel Iron or Steamer

Well Done! You’re on your way to the best vacation ever!